Bushwick Film Festival is a renowned independent film festival based in Brooklyn, New York. Dedicated to showcasing emerging filmmakers from both the local and international scene, it serves as a vital platform for artists to present their work to a diverse and global audience. The festival receives over 1000 film submissions each year from more than 60 countries, handpicking the top 100 indie films for its five-day event in October.

Alongside screenings, the festival also hosts a red-carpet opening, a movie industry conference, networking events, a screenplay competition, and a closing night awards ceremony. Recognized by city and state elected officials for its contribution to Brooklyn's cultural and economic growth, Bushwick Film Festival has garnered generous support from sponsors like Spectrum/Charter Communications, Delta Airlines, Johnnie Walker, and Canon. In addition, the festival actively expands its public programming and offers filmmaking programs for underrepresented storytellers in Brooklyn and West Africa.

Led by its founder and passionate advocate for inclusive narratives, Kweighbaye Kotee, the festival continues to thrive and amplify fresh voices in cinema